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Pulling the Plug on Philosophy
Citing low enrollment, the University of Nebraska at Kearney plans to cut its philosophy major, following the recommendation made by a state board. Students and faculty are fighting to save the program.
New Presidents or Provosts: California Institute of Integral Studies, Dyersburg State CC, Erskine College, Northeastern Junior College, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Scripps College, State Center CC District, Tuskegee U, U of Winnipeg, Xavier U
Steven C. Adamson, provost and executive vice president at Arizona Christian University, has been appointed president of Erskine College, in...
Opinion
Artificial Intelligence to Assist, Tutor, Teach and Assess in Higher Ed
Higher ed has not been immune to the Great Resignation. Many universities have long lists of open positions. We are on the cusp of filling some of those openings and more with cost-efficient, reliable and effective artificial intelligence.
Michigan Bills Would Give Sexual Abuse Victims Window to Sue
The Michigan state Legislature will consider newly announced bills that would open a 30-day window in which more than 1,000...
Penn Law Professor Calls for ‘Fewer Asians’ in the U.S.
The controversial University of Pennsylvania law professor Amy Wax has drawn fresh ire for making racist remarks, this time targeting...
Opinion
How to Tackle Inequity in Higher Education Head-On
Clusters of institutions are collaborating to achieve lasting change in the key areas of affordability, teaching and learning, and holistic student support, writes Julia Michaels.
Academic Minute: Gender-Neutral Language
Today on the Academic Minute: Deborah J. Bennett, professor of liberal arts at the Berklee College of Music, explores the...
Fashion Misstep Leads to New Social Justice Center
The Fashion Institute of Technology is establishing the new center after a controversial and racially insensitive fashion show shook the institution.